In Gao Guang's imagination, Smith was an old man with a white beard, or at least someone whose hair and beard had turned white, but upon seeing him in person, he realized that Smith was much younger than he had imagined.

Although he knew that Smith was only in his fifties, he looked no more than forty, with well-developed muscles and a robust physique.

Judging by his appearance alone, it was impossible to associate Smith with the word "retired."

Furthermore, Smith gave Gao Guang the best reception and demonstrated his own strength, but his attire was very casual, just a Nike T-shirt and shorts worn by a big shot like him, which truly represented frugality and simplicity.

Gao Guang nervously shook Smith's hand and said, "Hello, Mr. Smith. I'm very happy to meet you."

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Gao Guang was a bit tongue-tied, but Smith laughed heartily, patted Gao Guang's back, and said, "Please come in."

Although the interior of Smith's mansion was not particularly luxurious, it was full of a technological feel, and it was needless to say that it was large and luxurious. In short, if Liu Laolao had entered the Grand View Garden to describe Gao Guang's feelings, there would be absolutely no problem.

After sitting down on a not very luxurious-looking cloth sofa, Gao Guang could only feel the comfort of the sofa. He sat upright, looking at Smith across from him, wanting to find something to say, but not knowing what to say.

However, Smith was very curious and said, "I've heard your name. Frank has mentioned you to me more than once. He said you saved John, otherwise John would have been dead."

Gao Guang politely replied, "It's what I should have done, and without Frank's help, I couldn't have saved John alone. So we saved John together."

The answer was very official and polite. Smith nodded and then pointed at Gao Guang's gun holster, which was not well concealed, and said with great interest, "Is that the gun John lost to you? I heard your marksmanship was stunning, and Frank always emphasizes that you're a shooting genius. This has piqued my curiosity about you."

Gao Guang held the gun handle, and there were only two people in the living room, him and Smith, but Smith looked at him with great anticipation, so Gao Guang didn't hesitate. He pulled out the gun, turned it over, and placed it lightly on the coffee table, smiling and saying, "This is the gun John lost to me. It's my first gun."

Smith took the gun and weighed it, turning it over and over again, nodding and saying, "It's hard to make John admit defeat. This guy never gives up. Smith & Wesson 1911, is this your primary combat handgun?"

Gao Guang was stunned for a moment and said, "No, this is my daily use handgun, but not a combat handgun."

"What kind of handgun do you like? Do you have a favorite brand or model?"

Gao Guang thought for a moment and said, "I don't know. I'm not particularly familiar with handguns. I've only used Glock, but I don't have a particularly loyal handgun brand."

Smith raised the gun and aimed it at the side, smiling and saying, "This gun is good for self-defense, but it's not suitable for use as a combat handgun on the battlefield because it's too delicate and heavy."

Gao Guang nodded repeatedly and said, "It's really heavy."

Smith placed the gun on the table and smiled, "The 1911 is a classic. John likes it, and I like it too. Everyone likes it, but if you had to choose a combat handgun, guess what I would choose?"The rhythm of the conversation was completely controlled by Smith, and after using his gun as an opening, he quickly dispelled Gao Guang's nervousness.

Gao Guang thought for a moment and curiously asked, "Glock?"

Smith immediately shook his head, laughed and said, "When I first started out, Glock wasn't as popular as it is now. And when I first started out, I could only afford the most common handgun on the market, so I used a Beretta M9."

Gao Guang nodded subconsciously, and Smith continued to laugh and said, "When it comes to handguns, whatever you're used to is what's good. I'm a sniper and basically never use a handgun. When I had the ability to buy any handgun, I found that I was still used to carrying an M9 when I went into battle because I was used to its size, weight, and carrying method. So I've always used the M9. But outside of the battlefield, I also use a 1911. Who among Americans doesn't like the 1911? Hahaha..."

After laughing, Smith put Gao Guang's gun on the coffee table and then said relaxedly, "Seeing you reminds me of myself. When I decided to become a mercenary, I chose to be my own boss and pull together my own team to grab food to eat. You're the same, you became your own boss directly, but your starting point is much higher than mine."

Gao Guang said somewhat awkwardly, "No, how can I compare with you?"

Smith waved his hand and said, "Young people have to dare to break through and dare to fight. And starting a business in your twenties is better than starting a business in your thirties, and even better than starting a business in your forties. Youth has advantages, and young people can withstand failure. Young people have enough time and energy to learn from failure and become better."

It was time to get to the point. Sure enough, Smith became serious. He said in a deep voice, "Frank started his business too late, and he went solo not because he wanted to, but because of Danny's stimulation. He is not suitable for starting a business and is not a qualified businessman, so he... unfortunately failed."

Gao Guang nodded and didn't speak, showing a listening attitude.

Smith smiled and said, "I haven't met you and don't know your abilities, but Frank said you were a born warrior. I absolutely trust Frank's eyes in selecting warriors. And Danny said that although you are a rookie, you have the qualities needed for success. And in this regard, I absolutely trust Danny's ability."

"Thank you for your evaluation."

Smith nodded and smiled, "I don't usually pay too much attention to young people, but since Frank strongly recommended you, I will definitely help you. So, tell me now, what can you do?"

Gao Guang hesitated because Smith touched his sore spot.

What can he do? What can he achieve?

Gao Guang himself didn't know what he could do now. As a rookie, his flaws were too many and too big.

But whether or not he can speak is now reflected. Since he doesn't know what he can do, he shouldn't say it.

"I'll do whatever you need me to do!"

Gao Guang's answer surprised Smith, and then Smith felt surprised.

Smith smiled, nodded, and pointed to Gao Guang, "Now I know what Danny's evaluation of you is based on. You have mastered the art of speaking, and in this regard, you are really much stronger than Frank."

This should be considered praise, but Smith quickly put away his smile and said very seriously, "Frank can only say what he can do, but when he says what he can do, he can definitely do it."Gao Guang said seriously, "I will do my best, but if it's beyond my ability, I won't do it. It's not that I'm afraid, but I don't want to mess up your affairs."

Smith nodded and said, "You just started in this business and you need opportunities. I have some personal connections that can help you find some suitable business, such as protecting certain diplomats in dangerous areas to carry out their daily work. Can you do it?"

Gao Guang thought for a moment and said, "I don't have experience in protecting VIPs. I can't do this job for now."

Smith nodded and said, "Protecting and attacking are completely different job categories. Do you have any interest in taking on an offensive mission? In Mosul, we need a team that dares to fight. We don't need too many people, twenty is enough."

Gao Guang felt a little embarrassed and said softly, "I'm sorry, Mr. Smith, I don't have enough manpower now and I can't take on such a task for the time being."

Bluffing and flattery are fine, but you must not mess things up. Taking on tasks beyond your ability is seeking death and trouble for Smith.

But Smith has been proposing obviously difficult business opportunities that are beyond Gao Guang's ability, which makes him a little puzzled, because he thinks Smith should understand his situation and not propose such difficult tasks.

After thinking for a while, Smith suddenly said, "It seems that you are really weak now. Do you have any ideas?"

Gao Guang said honestly, "I don't have a specific business plan yet. I need to solve the problem of survival first, accumulate experience, enhance my abilities, and then find a suitable long-term goal."

"Well, looking for a suitable small business to solve the problem of eating first is also right. But to be honest, I don't have any suitable job opportunities for you now."

How could Smith have a business opportunity suitable for a small character like Gao Guang? But after thinking for a moment, he suddenly said, "I got it. You now have a legal security license and there is a job suitable for you. A friend of mine in Los Angeles has encountered some trouble and he needs a few legal bodyguards to protect his safety, but his bodyguards need to be able to take action when necessary."

Smith looked very happy and said to Gao Guang, "I know you don't have experience as a bodyguard, but it doesn't matter. My friend has professional bodyguards, but he needs someone with legal qualifications and courage to act as peripheral bodyguards. You don't need to worry about blocking bullets for him. You just need to dare to take out the opponent when he is attacked. Can you do it?"

Gao Guang said without hesitation, "I can do it!"

"Very good. I'll ask him how much money he's willing to pay and how many people he needs. Excuse me, I need to make a call."

Smith smiled and got up, leaving Gao Guang alone. He walked into another room and made a call, not to his so-called friend, but to Danny.

After waiting for Danny to answer the phone, Smith smiled and said, "Frank's little friend is here. He's not bad, his attitude is very upright, and he doesn't have the recklessness of young people. He performs better than I expected. I decided to give him a chance and give him the task you mentioned."

"Okay, the pay for that mission is a daily wage of two thousand, but the risk is high. However, it's fair for newcomers, and there is no limit on the number of people. I'll contact the other party now and introduce the Mad Dog to him."

Suddenly, Smith said, "No, wait a minute. Let's set a requirement for the number of people. One person can't accomplish much. I want to see if the kid can find helpers. Three people, and it's not unreasonable to require him to find two helpers in the short term, right?"

Danny thought for a moment and said, "It's not unreasonable. Then let's require three or more people, with a team daily wage of six thousand."

Smith laughed and said, "Do you want to test his attitude towards business? Then don't give him six thousand. Give him seven thousand."

"Okay, I'll do it your way. I'll send you the phone number later. Just say your name, and the other party will definitely accept them."

Smith hung up the phone and returned to the living room. He made a gesture to Gao Guang and smiled, "I asked about it. The daily wage is seven thousand US dollars, paid daily, but there is a requirement for the number of people. It needs to be at least three or more, and the time is one week later. Can you do it?"

Seven thousand dollars a day, that's twenty-one million dollars a month. But there is a requirement for the number of people, so he has to recruit people quickly. However, there is one week's time. How could he refuse such a business?

Gao Guang stood up, his face full of excitement. "I can do it! I can do this mission. Thank you so much."

Smith smiled and said, "This is just a small business, the smallest kind. Don't get too excited. First, earn some money from this small business, and then I hope you can come up with a long-term, promising business plan. I believe in you."